Court | Definition, Functions, Structure, & Facts | Britannica
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WebDec 2, 2023 · court, a person or body of persons having judicial authority to hear and resolve disputes in civil, criminal, ecclesiastical, or military cases. The word court, which originally meant simply an enclosed place, also denotes the chamber, hall, building, or other place where judicial proceedings are held. ( See also military law; arbitration .)
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